Collection Highlights
Kast
Date:
1675-1690
Object Number:
1941.914
Medium:
Walnut, walnut veneer, elm, oak, ebony
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Thermometer
Object Number:
2002.1.3674
Date:
1890-1930
Medium:
Wood, glass, metal
Dimensions:
21 x 5 1/2 x 3/4 in.
Description:
An alcohol thermometer mounted on a beige painted wood board with a black border for hanging, printed in black with the Farhenheit scale and, at the top, a man's hat above the words "Breithaupt Bros./ Hat/ Manufacturers/ Correct Styles/ Factory Prices". Near the bottom "475 8th Ave., Near 34th St./ 651 3rd Ave., Near 42nd St./ Factory 512 W. 36th St. New York". The reverse has instructions for use.
Credit Line:
Gift of Bella C. Landauer
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
